that authorities have stopped the free distribution of free gasoline, gasoline from the department of defense that had been delivered to various parts of new york city by using tanker trucks and first responders were eligible to get that gas. i can tell you that here on staten island there is such a tanker truck and gasoline is being distributed to the general public as well as a separate line for first responders. at least here in staten island, free gasoline is available to the general public. authorities say they have at least 36 hour supply of free gasoline on hand. now, additionally, help has arrived here from the red cross, red cross has come under criticism for not getting to staten island soon enough. they have a kitchen set up capable of producing 10,000 free meals a day. additionally, they are helping each other here. a site has been established to bring supplies and clothing to people in need. one of the workers there told us one of the great concerns they face is that people who need help are afraid to leave their homes fearful of crime. listen. >> biggest concern for the resident